Description
French Garlic Soup is a soul-warming dish that envelops you in creamy comfort and rich flavors. With the pungent aroma of fresh garlic and herbs, this delectable soup is perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a comforting hug in a bowl. Easy to prepare yet extraordinary in taste, it pairs beautifully with crispy baguette slices, making it an ideal starter or main dish for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cloves fresh garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Baguette slices for serving
Instructions
- Peel and chop the garlic cloves and finely dice the onion.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy. Add the onions and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and thyme; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with crispy baguette slices on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg